Kitchen or Bathroom sink draining slow? We'll clean that and garbage disposals, bathroom tubs and other secondary lines so they run like new. Garvin's Sewer Service provides preventative maintenance services to help minimize the likelihood of a backup caused by roots growing in the sewer line. Since 1940, Garvin's Sewer Service has become a mainstay of the Denver business district.
We were the first drain cleaning company in Denver, and we have stayed true to our roots and continue to specialize in drain cleaning and sewer service. We're family owned, and we're currently in the third generation of ownership. Drain cleaning: clogs in your kitchen sink line and toilets, slow draining bathtubs and sinks and laundry/washer drains.
We were the first drain cleaning company in Denver, and we have stayed true to our roots and continue to specialize in drain cleaning and sewer service. We're family owned, and we're currently in the third generation of ownership. Drain cleaning: clogs in your kitchen sink line and toilets, slow draining bathtubs and sinks and laundry/washer drains.
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Garvin's Sewer Service began in 1940 as Denver's first professional drain-cleaning company. Began by Russell P. Garvin, Garvin's was passed to his great-nephew, Kenneth Aston in 1992. Currently, Kenneth's three daughters run the day-to-day operations, making it a 3rd generation company. Garvin's spent several decades in the golden triangle district of Denver, near the Capital.
Our mission for our plumbing, drain cleaning and sewer scope services is to provide a service that is fair and honest. We believe that customers have the right to expect fast, efficient service; that our service will be done by employees who are knowledgeable, polite, and neat. We treat our customers with respect in order to achieve a long and productive relationship upon which they can rely.
When you contact Garvin's Sewer Service, our dispatcher will quote our prices over the phone and give you an estimated time of arrival that is usually within two hours of your call to us, or within a two-hour appointment window. If you'd like, the dispatcher or service tech will call you when they are on their way.
Garvin's is so much more than just drain cleaning and sewer repair! We pride ourselves on our involvement in local community. We were "born" in the Golden Triangle District of Denver and now reside in the Englewood Area. Our technicians live throughout the greater metro area and we do our best to keep them in their known neighborhood.
At the end of a very hot day, Johnathon was professional, delivered excellent customer service and still had his sense of humor. He deserves a pay raise. Thanks for stopping by the Garvin's Sewer Service website! We're here for all your drain cleaning needs, whether you're having trouble with your sinks, showers, or toilets (and if you're having trouble with all three, you might want to consider our sewer service!)
Reviews (18)
K. B.
Jan 23, 2022
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Kitchen sink clogged - on a Friday night!!! Called left msg and was called back Sat morn. Logan kept me posted for his arrival time. Throughout his time he explained what he was doing and why. Very professional yet friendly. We have used several different outfits over the years and Garvin's moves into the preferred spot. Affordable, on time , cleaned up. Good job!
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Laurie S.
Nov 29, 2021
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We'd had a water heater installed-- about $2000 for parts and labor. Recently it stopped working. My son (a certified tech) replaced a part, but it still didn't work. I called Garvin's and Ron came. Ron went to the basement and was upstairs again in less than five minutes. He said that since my son had worked on it, even though he is a certified tech, the manufacturer's warranty was voided, and all we could do was replace the water heater-- another $2000. I told my son, who bought a valve and repaired my water heater for a tiny fraction of the cost. My son couldn't understand
Lisa G.
Oct 28, 2021
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Albert T.
Jul 21, 2021
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K. W.
Jun 22, 2021
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I pray to God we never need these services again but if we ever do we will be on the hotline to Garvins in a nanosecond!!!!! Excellent,excellent service by Bob. Lightning fast response to a back up in our commercial kitchen and extremely professional. Don't hesitate if you have an emergency-these guys are pros!
C. M.
Apr 26, 2021
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Quick response to clear a clogged main sewer line in my basement. Daniel Acevedo was friendly and fixed the issue in about an hour. Everything is working great now. He cleaned up the area nicely as well. My only complaint is he left minor damage to the drywall and plastic cover to the water shutoff valve.
Kevin G.
Mar 29, 2021
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Sarah G.
Mar 17, 2021
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I can't say enough about how awesome Garvin's is! They are always quick to help and do not overcharge. Today my hose on the water heater sprang a leak. I we couldnt find the correct size in the store. My first thought...call Garvins. They are my choice for plumbing every time, and they never let me down. Thanks Garvin's!
Alex L.
Nov 03, 2020
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So I had a clog in my main I literally tried to do it my self for the past three days I called garvins and I gave up all hope of diy !! Gave me a same day appointment which was awesome!! JOEY came over which was super professional and eager to to tackle the problem it took some time but he work vigorously and got it unclogged!! first time I needed such service and they made it easy!! With affordable pricing they can't beat!!
Kent H.
Aug 07, 2020
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Bette W.
May 08, 2020
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My kitchen sink plugged up (the garbage disposal) and I called Garvin's last night and their tech, Manny, was here by 10:30 this morning (5/8/20). It was a rather big job and Manny had to carry in quite a lot of equipment. He did an excellent job in a short amount of time. He advised me not to use the garbage disposal (which I had already decided to do); he carefully cleaned up any messes resulting from his work. The cost was well within my budget range and I was more than happy to get it done in such a professional and speedy way. From the lady who answered the phone through the completion
Sarah N.
Mar 13, 2020
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Awesome awesome service!!! My technician did a great job and was extremely nice and respectful. He offered to come through the back of the house to prevent from walking over the living room carpet, he did the job efficiently and was honest and kind about the work. In past experiences with other plumbers I've been given the run around and been talked down to like I'm stupid! Ben Franklins technicians were so rude I was almost left in tears after they quoted me $26,000 as an end all fix. Thankfully I said hell with that and called Garvins... now it's $200 every 16months -2 years to
Mike V.
Feb 17, 2020
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Paula S.
Feb 04, 2020
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Hands down the most reliable, proficient, and economical team of plumbers - Garvins is far more than a drain service (and they fo a great job at that too!!). No set "catalogue" of fixed overpriced services. Just good old fashioned service by the hour, and they come prepared with the parts at the ready! Fantastic!
MinhTho N.
Nov 05, 2019
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Contacted them for sewer rodding twice. The first time failed because somehow they couldn't find our appointment on their schedule as discussed earlier via phone; so my husband got off work for nothing. However, the second time was good. They showed up on time and everything was done promptly. It costs us about $180. Overall, they're pretty good. Just make sure to confirm your schedule beforehand.
Meghan D.
Sep 10, 2018
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TJ you're the best! You calmed me down and got the sewage unblocked right away. Professional and upfront pricing. Courteous of home when hauling equipment in/out.
-1 Star however because they couldn't get scope next day after told it was very likely.
Had to call another company out.
Very thankful for their help!!!!!
-1 Star however because they couldn't get scope next day after told it was very likely.
Had to call another company out.
Very thankful for their help!!!!!
Craig D.
Aug 16, 2018
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Garvin's came out six weeks ago to clear the drains, laundry sink was draining slowly. Six weeks later, laundry and kitchen sinks are backed up and Garvin's says we had a 30 day guarantee. They won't offer a discount, so it's time to give someone else a chance to remedy the situation.
Poor customer retention and a F-U attitude from the guy who answered the phone is the reason I decided to leave a review. I also decided to give someone else a shot at remedying what Garvin's did not -- this is the SAME drain being problematic.
Poor customer retention and a F-U attitude from the guy who answered the phone is the reason I decided to leave a review. I also decided to give someone else a shot at remedying what Garvin's did not -- this is the SAME drain being problematic.
Richard F.
Jun 04, 2018
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These people are the real deal! We had drains backing up which seems to be a regular or yearly thing with us. We relied on the Yelp reviews which were clearly favorable to this company. What I liked best was the upfront way things were handled and quality effort put into the job. Turns out our main sewer line out had a root buildup which meant our drains would back up. If we ran water and flushed you could hear the gurgle as gas came up. So we had spent a couple of days with a sewer smell...yuck! And we had to limit our bathroom use too! Double yuck! So I called and the assistant quoted me possible
